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Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

"You both should check your sources. Satan/devil is in the Jewish Torah, written version being called Tanakh, all throughout. This starts with Genesis 3:1 (Bereshit - if you so desire) (see: http://www.hareidi.org/bible/Genesis3.htm#1)" Check my sources? I have a copy of the Tanakh right here in front of me....there is no mention of any being called Satan/the devil in it.......the verse you mention describes the serpent, and does not call it

Reply to A Friends' Impact On Your Personality in Philosophy JoeUser Forums

This is a really good point. The similarites begin the conversations but the differences are the things that make you "connect" with your friend. While this may be true of some people, it has never been for me...my friends are people with whom I share similar interests...the differences are shoved to t

The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Thirteen in Religion JoeUser Forums

Where you worship is not as important as why you worship and how much of yourself you offer to God when you worship. Worship that pleases God has four characteristics: ACCURATE-based on the truth of Scripture, not our opinions about God. AUTHENTIC-genuine and heartfelt-your spirit responding to God's Spirit. THOUGHTFUL-be specific when you p

Daily Love Tip 20 in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

People who cannot find time for recreation are obliged sooner or later to find time for illness. How long has it been since you have found a fresh new interest to share with your spouse? Rather than devoting precious leisure time to separate hobbies, look for activities that you and your mate both enjoy. Pursuing mutual hobbies and interests will divert your

Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

"Now that's very interesting because there is a Jew here at the office and I asked him specifically on this. Are you Jewish or are you assuming that Judaism is merely OT?" I've had several Jews tell me as well that Satan/the devil is not mentioned in their Scriptures...and so far, I have found no mention of him as I've read through it. Most people do NOT realize that the Christian OT is not the same as the Jewish Tanakh, and just presume that

Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

"Poetmom, your comment is how I am looking at it. Thanks. It is nice to hear someone who is thinking it through and sharing their thoughts rather than giving black or white statements from the Bible." I'm in the midst of reading The Purpose Driven Life, as well as reading the lost Gospels, the Jewish Tanakh, and the Christian Bible....I guess you could say I'm on a learning quest of my own. :)

Reply to Women in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Women don't have wives, more the pity.....this refers to girlfriend in the sense of a female friend of another female, not in the sense of a woman being dated by a man......

Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

"You also showed lack of thought when I spoke of someone born into the world never being introduced to the Bible or Jesus. Someone could be living out in the wilderness or outback where there are no churches and their parents didn't speak about religion" My understanding of a person in that situation is that they are not held accountable for soemthing they have never heard....most natives have a form of religion which they practice, and I beli

The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Twelve in Religion JoeUser Forums

If you want a deeper, more intimate connection with God, you must learn to honestly share your feelings with Him, trust Him when He asks you to do somethng, learn to care about what He cares about, and desire His friendship more than anything else. BE HONEST WITH GOD God insists on complete honesty--about your faults and your feelings. Genuine friendship

Daily Love Tip #19 in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

Health is not valued until sickness comes. If no one bothered to check and change the oil in the family car, the engine wouldn't last very long. Proper care and attention are also required in order for your body to function properly. Neglect may go unnoticed for a while, but eventually poor maintenance will catch up with you. Few of us take care of o

Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

quote]"No one answered what baptism meant to Jesus. John baptized Jesus. Was it just a traditional Jewish cleansing ritual that became linked as a symbol of letting Jesus wash our sins away?" The most logical statement I've read on the subject states that Jesus’ submission to John’s baptism of repentance was His mature self-dedication to His mission of self-identification with sinners which in due course would involve the cross. In other

Reply to How far I've come.. in Religion JoeUser Forums

"Now, however, things are different. I'm not mad. I'm not angry, or vengeful, or hateful, or even scheming. All I feel is sympathy..for B, that she felt she had to do such a thing to try and get to me. This to me, is a great indication of how far I've come, that I'm able to let this go..that I hold no animosity for the accuser, that I bear no grudge. Even I was surprised at my reaction. I was fully expecting to feel anger rise and and cause my chariot

Daily Love Tip #18 in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

Never do two souls intertwine so closely as when they bow together in prayer. Inhibitions are set aside and a hallowed and holy tenderness transpires between a husband and wife who mutually recognize their need for and dependance upon God's intervention and blessing in their lives and marriage. Today, take your spouse's hands in yours and offer a prayer to Go

The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Eleven in Religion JoeUser Forums

Knowing and loving God is our greatest privilege, and being known and loved is God's greatest pleasure. BECOMING A BEST FRIEND OF GOD 1) Through Constant Conversation Friendship with God is built by sharing all your life experiences with Him. Everything you do can be "spending time with God" if He is invited to be part of it and you stay aware of

Reply to My pretty boy in Humor JoeUser Forums

I have an 18 yr old boy, as well as 14 and 11 yr old girls....the older two spend a lot of time in the bathroom, and are pretty interested in the opposite sex, especially my son, as he is the only one old enough to date at this point. We don't get phone calls from girls/boys all that often, and the 14 yr old is the only one who worries about her clothes being "cool"....the other two just want stuff that they like, which can be a heck of a lot tougher t

Reply to Grades, just not good enough for parents in Home & Family JoeUser Forums

"Ok. I want to know if my grades are not good enough for my parents or what. No offense to you parents out there. I mean my parents freak if I get a C- or lower! It's crazy! " Well, color me crazy then....with a C or lower, on either midterm reports or report cards, and my kids are grounded until the next time I see grades...that means they go nowhere but school and church, they don't have friends over, and they don't talk to friends on the ph

Reply to Saved! in Current Events JoeUser Forums

For those who are unaware of this film, here's a synopsis of it: "Saved" Movie Synopsis: Good girl Mary can't believe it when she gets pregnant by her newly-gay boyfriend. She also can't believe the actions of her popular, relentlessly devout best friend, Hilary Faye, who's looking after her wheelchair-bound brother Roland, attempting to convert adamantly Jewish Cassandra, and trying to snag cute newcomer Patrick, a hip skateboarding missionar

Reply to Saved! in Current Events JoeUser Forums

"The movie preview was more offensive than ridiculous considering the scenes that included, yelling at each other for almost sleeping with someone, throwing bibles at each other and a priest that ends up hooking up with one of the actresses." I haven't heard of this one, or seen any information about it, so I'm off to do a search....but, based solely on what you wrote, I can't imagine I'll be sending my 14 yr old to see it!! :(

Reply to The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Three in Religion JoeUser Forums

Is that a good thing or a bad thing? :)

Reply to The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Two in Religion JoeUser Forums

"I think that while there may be an overall plan, there is not a “let us plan every second of every minute of every person on the Earth” Plan." I tend to agree with you on this, IG. "What if, when God set up this world, he also set up rules that he had to follow. Rules that could be bent but not broken. What if there is a line that God said He should not cross. And, what if there are just things, that because of the rule, are out of

The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Ten in Religion JoeUser Forums

The heart of worship is surrender. It is the natural response to God's amaxing love and mercy. We give ourselves to Him, not out of fear or duty, but in love. True worship--bringing God pleasure--happens when you give yourself completely to God. There are three barriers that block our total surrender to God--fear, pride and confusion. CAN I

Daily Love Tip # 17 in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

A good sense of humor is an immeasurable source of joy when shared with your mate. Tossing around comedic insights about this crazy life can foster a lighthearted atmosphere that will bring enegy into your marriage. If a good sense of humor does not come naturally to you, there are ways to cultivate one. Train yourself to be observant during conversations. Y

Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

"God holds his hand out with the greatest present of all. All you have to do is accept it." That was very well said, Patrick. :)

Reply to So, I'm Going to Hell in Religion JoeUser Forums

So many of you just use the circular argument that it is so because the bible says so. But that's what faith is about. It's like it says in Hebrews" "Faith is being sure of what we hope for, and certain of what we do not see." We are sure of our salvation, and certain of our God. <img src="../im

Reply to The Purpose Driven Life, Chapter Eight in Religion JoeUser Forums

"I believe that God is love and that the trinity is a community of love and God has invited us to share in that community." Yes! That describes it so much better, in my opinion. Thank you!